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Your guide to surviving SXSW

Whether you’re a South by Southwest veteran or new to the Austin music scene, there are certain things every SXSW goer needs to know. To make the most of your SXSW adventure, check out  our survival guide. It gives you seven tips for getting all you can out of the craziest week in Austin. Full story

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SXSW offers free shows

For some people, Spring Break means one thing - South by Southwest. While most showcases require you to flash a badge or fork over a wad of cash after registrants get in, there are also plenty of opportunities to see some great bands for free. Many of these free showcases take place during the day, while some occur at night in more unconventional venues.

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Films to catch at South by Southwest 2010

With nearly 2,000 musical acts descending upon downtown Austin every March for South by Southwest, it’s probably easy for some people to forget that SXSW also hosts an internationally acclaimed, rapidly growing film festival. This year, the festival lineup contains hundreds of films including world premieres, local works and other films that have already garnered significant buzz after showings at Sundance and other world-class festivals. Here’s a look at what you can expect from some of the big-name films.

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Solid venture for Shins frontman

Broken Bells’ new, self-titled album is dropping to effervescent reviews. The American indie-alternative rock duo, on the Columbia label, features Shins frontman James Mercer and famed producer Brian Burton (Danger Mouse of Gnarls Barkley).

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Noteworthy music showcases for SXSW 2010

South By Southwest brings more than 1,000 bands to Austin every March. With so many showcases going on every night, it can be hard to decide which one to see. Here are some buzz worthy showcases to keep your eye on.

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Oscars just around corner

It’s Oscar season again and with the 82nd Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, Oscar hopefuls and movie fans alike are eagerly awaiting the results. This year’s show will be hosted by actors Steve Martin (“The Jerk,” “Father of the Bride”) and Alec Baldwin (“30 Rock,” “It’s Complicated”).

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Film captures VHS oddities

It was two years ago, but it seems like only yesterday that the very last VHS tape rolled off the assembly line. Most of the world couldn’t have cared less—DVD had taken over the market several years earlier—but there were a few people truly heartbroken at losing their favorite home movie format.

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